What herbs should a pregnant woman avoid or limit contact with? I am use herbs in many ways every week and am 5 1/2 months pregnant. I know a few of the ones that I should avoid all together at this time, like blue cohosh, but would like to make sure that I am handleing all of them safely when it comes to my pregnancy.
2007-08-03 06:33:08 · 13 answers · asked by ? 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Mythology & Folklore
Those that are listed under Deadly Plants or Intoxicating Plants are kind of a given to avoid NO MATTER what, in my opinion. I have always stayed away from those even when I wasn't pregnant. I have no interest in altering my or anyone else's mind or hurting myself or anyone else.
2007-08-03 06:42:52 · update #1
I have a book, but it is old and just a basic over view of how to grow and cultivate herbs. I would have to travel 60+ miles to get a better one right now and will be doing that next week. Until then I must rely on what I can get for now.
2007-08-03 06:46:40 · update #2
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2007-08-03 06:56:34 · answer #1 · answered by Terry 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Pennyroyal herb or essentiali oil is an abortifacent. One drop of penny royal oil on the skin can cause spontaneous abortion. I would also avoid sage, mugwort or anything in the artemesia genus. These are the two major herbs that come to mind. I am sure there are more, you should call your midwife, or an herbalist and discuss this topic further. If you are preparing herbs for others wear rubber gloves, you should avoid ingesting herbal preperations that have not been recommended by your midwife or a professional herbalist at this time.
2007-08-03 08:16:42 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
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2016-10-01 08:09:45 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would seriously talk to a doctor about this because there are so many that should be avoided. One of my friends that is currently pregnant was told not even to use peppermint which surprised me. I know many essentials oils have not been tested also in regards to affects on pregnancy so when I use them on pregnant clients I am very careful to check all precautions.
Good luck with the pregnancy.
2007-08-03 06:53:12 · answer #4 · answered by Keltasia 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
avoid angelica and belladonna, which is also of the night shade family, you really should get a book that has the herbs, benefits and contradictions, there are too many to list and the reasons why in Yahoo answers. Please see the following link, has over 2000 herbs and their uses
2007-08-03 06:42:35 · answer #5 · answered by Carpathian Mage 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Most all of them to be honest with you. IN particular I would say: peppermint, valerian, ylang ylang, tea tree, patchouli, lavender. You just want to be safe, don't mess with any toxciating incense blends or herbs. The ones that smell really strong are usally a good indication you should stay away for right now. But some of them are good for you like mandarian and neroli!
2007-08-03 06:37:11 · answer #6 · answered by Starry Pluto ॐ 6 · 3⤊ 1⤋
A lot of herbs are contraindicated during pregnancy.
My advice would be speak to a herbalist or ask in the shop where you buy yours.
Be really careful how you combine the herbs also.... not everything interacts.
Remember to let your midwife know what you are taking.
Good Luck
2007-08-03 07:22:29 · answer #7 · answered by :~Debbz~: 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
buy this book " Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs . Very informative on Herbs. And please be careful with all Herbs. Go seek advice from a doctor or a trained Herbalist.
Blessing to you and your Little one
2007-08-05 18:53:01 · answer #8 · answered by Becca 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
One thing that usually slips through is raspberry tea. I didn't drink it until I was already overdue because supposedly it can trigger contractions.
The best person to give you a list may be your obstetrician.
2007-08-08 06:08:39 · answer #9 · answered by glaux_athena 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Avoid St. John's wort; although it increases and/or balances mood, it's not recommended for pregnant women or people taking medications.
2007-08-03 06:59:17 · answer #10 · answered by averiex 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋